Introduction to Public Speaking DVD
Product Overview
- 12-week course to help students become confident speakers
- Engaging, empowering teaching from Andrew Pudewa
- Students learn to write, present, and evaluate 5 speeches
- Provides an internet-free option for instruction
Description
In this twelve-week course, middle- and high-school students learn memory and delivery techniques as they write and present five speeches: self-introductory, narrative, expository, persuasive, and impromptu. Students evaluate recorded speeches in preparation for self-evaluation. This self-explanatory program empowers teachers to help students become competent and confident public speakers.
Includes
- Binder with Tabs
- Student Packet
- Teacher’s Manual
- 12 DVDs
- Portable Walls for Public Speaking
IEW’s Introduction to Public Speaking teaches students the art of effective oral communication using the classical Five Canons of Rhetoric: invention, arrangement, elocution, memory, and delivery.
Students learn to craft and deliver clear, confident speeches while also developing critical listening and evaluation skills. The course progresses logically from basic outlines to full speeches, culminating in a five-minute impromptu speech.
Key Curriculum Features:
- Step-by-step training in the Five Canons of Rhetoric
- Practice creating and presenting narrative, expository, persuasive, and impromptu speeches (5–10 minutes in length)
- Strong emphasis on both speech creation and constructive evaluation of peers
- Techniques for poise, eye contact, elocution, and content development
- Helpful memory techniques and speech checklists
- Balanced mix of teacher-guided and independent practice
Program Components:
- Teacher Manual: Detailed guidance, video summaries, implementation tips, and weekly overviews
- Student Packet: Class notes, speech templates, checklists, and practice materials
- Instructional Videos: Available as DVDs or Forever Streaming
- Portable Walls for Public Speaking: Quick-reference charts
- Student Binder: For organizing materials
The IEW Introduction to Public Speaking course stands out for its classical foundation, clear structure, and practical approach that builds confident speakers. It is an excellent choice for middle and high school students who want to develop strong public speaking and communication skills.
Browse the complete IEW Introduction to Public Speaking sets and individual components below!
| Product Format: | Other |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 6-12 |
| Brand: | Institute for Excellence in Writing |
| ISBN: | 9781623413859 |
| Length in Inches: | 12.375 |
| Width in Inches: | 10.9375 |
| Height in Inches: | 2.25 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 4.25 |
